GCN (YouTube) · 12 de abril de 2026 · por GCN

How Pros Ride Faster For The Same Power - And You Can Too

Ever wondered if it's better to ride at a perfectly steady power or to smash the climbs and rest on the descents? We tested two different pacing strategies over a 28km undulating route to see which technique yields the fastest time for the same physical effort. Discover the science of "Targeted Pacing" and learn the simple tweaks you can make to your riding to save minutes on your next PB. Chapters: ⏱️ 00:00 - What is the fastest pacing strategy? 00:48 - The problem with "On-Off" riding 01:30 - The Results: 4 minutes saved! 02:07 - Why average power doesn't tell the whole story 02:41 - Why Targeted Pacing Works 05:09 - Pro Pacing Techniques 05:32 - How Bike Tech Can Help 06:37 - Drafting & Cornering Tips Useful Links: Join this channel to get access to perks 👉 https://gcn.eu/JoinYTmemb